Taking a vehicle out of the UK
1. For 12 months or more If you’re taking a UK-registered vehicle out of the country for 12 months or more (also known as permanent export) you need to: Tell DVLA by filling in the V5C/4 ‘notification...
View ArticleTrade Tariff
Use this tool to search for import and export commodity codes and for tax, duty and licenses that apply to your goods. Use the Trade Tariff Find out more about: classification guides commodity codes...
View ArticleApply for a performance licence
You may need a licence from your local authority for a child to take part in: a public performance (such as a film, play or musical) a sporting event a modelling assignment that you are organising and...
View ArticleLicence Approval for a centre to offer qualifications (Scotland)
Apply for this licence Start nowon the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) website Overview You must be approved by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) to run education or training leading...
View ArticleArt therapist registration
Apply for this licence Start nowon the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) website Overview You must register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to practise as an art therapist...
View ArticleBecome a Green Deal business
Get your business authorised to provide services to Green Deal customers if you install, manufacture or give advice about energy-saving products or improvements. Your business can be authorised to...
View ArticleCheck if you need an environmental permit
1. Overview You might need an environmental permit if your business manages or produces waste or emissions that pollute the air, water or land. Check if there are any basic rules around your activity...
View ArticleFile your Machine Games Duty return
Log into your HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) online account and file your Machine Games Duty (MGD) return. What you need to know Start nowon the HMRC service Before you start You must have an HMRC...
View ArticleFood premises approval (England)
Apply for this licence Postcode lookup Enter a UK postcode Find Overview If your business involves handling meat, fish, egg or dairy products, you must be inspected and approved by your local council....
View ArticleFood premises approval (Northern Ireland)
Apply for this licence Postcode lookup Enter a UK postcode Find Overview You must be inspected and approved by your local council if your business involves handling meat, fish, egg or dairy products....
View ArticleFood premises approval (Wales)
Apply for this licence Postcode lookup Enter a UK postcode Find Overview You must be inspected and approved by your local council if your business involves handling meat, fish, egg or dairy products....
View ArticleGet a licence for a burial at sea in England
Apply for this licence Start nowon the Marine Management Organisation service Overview You can apply for a marine licence to bury someone at sea: off The Needles, Isle of Wight between Hastings and...
View ArticleHouse in multiple occupation licence
Apply for this licence Postcode lookup Enter a UK postcode Find Overview Contact your council for a licence to rent out your property as a house in multiple occupation (HMO) in England or Wales. A...
View ArticleHouse in multiple occupation licence (Scotland)
Overview Contact your council for a licence to rent out your property as a house in multiple occupation (HMO) in Scotland. A house in multiple occupation is a property rented out by at least 3...
View ArticleHouse to house charitable collections licence (Northern Ireland)
Overview To promote or make charitable house to house collections in Northern Ireland, you require a licence from the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI). Apply to the PSNI station in the area...
View ArticleHouse to house collection licence (England and Wales)
Overview You must apply to your council for a licence if you want to collect money or goods (that you plan to sell at a later date) from people’s homes for charity. Who needs a licence You must apply...
View ArticleLicence finder
You may need a licence for: some business activities other activities, eg street parties Use this tool to find out which licences you may need. Find licences Popular licences Temporary Events Notice...
View ArticleLicence to possess or sell drug precursor chemicals
Overview You must get a licence from the Home Office if you possess or selldrug precursor chemicals. The Home Office will consider your competence and integrity when they decide if you can have a...
View ArticleMusic licence for theatrical productions
Overview To use sound recordings for on-stage or off-stage effects, you are likely to need a licence from Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL). A licence from PRS for Music may also be required. You...
View ArticlePoisons licence
Overview You may need a poisons licence if you’re selling products containing certain chemicals or ingredients. Poisons licences are issued by your local council. The licence runs from 1 January until...
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